Description
Filler Cap, Tank Cover for Citroën C3
Color KSY – Lenz Green Paint
This direct-fit fuel filler cap and external tank cover is designed for Citroën C3 vehicles and carries original Stellantis part coding. Durable and color-matched to the KSY Lenz green finish, it restores appearance and protects the fuel inlet from dirt, moisture and accidental damage. Ideal for professional workshops and DIY mechanics who need a reliable exterior replacement part quickly—often searched by part numbers for fast identification.
Technical Information
- Manufacturer: Stellantis (Citroën/Peugeot)
- Model: Citroën C3
- Product Codes: 9638184280, 151796, KSYC
- Additional Numbers: Color Code KSY (Lenz Green Paint)
Function And Benefits
The filler cap/tank cover secures and conceals the fuel filler neck, preventing ingress of dirt and water, and preserving paintwork around the filler opening. A properly fitting cover maintains the vehicle’s exterior aesthetics and contributes to a tidy, sealed fuel access area—important for corrosion prevention and longevity of surrounding panels.
Compatibility And Fitment
Fits Citroën C3 models that accept the listed part codes. This unit is intended as a direct replacement for the external filler flap or cap assembly matching the KSY paint code. Customers frequently locate this part by its product codes (9638184280 / 151796 / KSYC), so confirming the code ensures correct match for color and fit.
Installation Recommendations
- Open the fuel filler door and inspect the hinge and retaining clips to identify the attachment method (clips, screws or rivets).
- If clips or screws secure the cover, remove them carefully to avoid damaging the body paint—use trim tools or appropriate screwdrivers.
- Clean the mounting area and inspect for any corrosion or broken clips; replace faulty fasteners as needed.
- Align the new cover with the hinge points, secure with original-style clips or screws and check the door operation and latch engagement.
- After installation, verify the paint finish and adjust alignment so the panel gap matches the surrounding bodywork.
Why This Part Commonly Fails
External filler caps and covers commonly fail due to impact damage (parking bumps or fuel pump mishaps), cracked or worn hinges and plastic clips, UV-related paint fading or brittleness, and corrosion around mounting points. Repeated mechanical stress from forcing the door or improper closure can also deform the latch mechanism, leading to poor sealing or a misaligned flap.
Replacing a damaged filler cap promptly prevents dirt and moisture entering the fuel filler area, avoids further bodywork damage, and restores the vehicle’s finished appearance. Use the listed product codes to find the correct color-matched replacement quickly.
